The Cretta Genealogy and Family Tree Page

Welcome to the Cretta Family page at Surname Finder, a service of Genealogy Today. Our
editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with
user-contributed information and web sites for the Cretta surname.
As additional sources for vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page
is updated to offer the best list for researching Cretta ancestry.
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Sometimes two people can look at the same handwritten record, and come up with different spellings of the name. Be creative when searching for your Cretta ancestors -- we often search for misspellings intentionally to see if we missed any records. If you want to know Why can't I find Cretta my ancestor in the SSDI?, then read this frequently asked question.

Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable.
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There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Cretta ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Cretta DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Cretta relatives tested several years ago, it may be worthwhile to have them retested. Likewise, as DNA testing companies have gathered more results and samples, you may be able to find more matches if you search again with your test results. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Cretta research, read "Basics of DNA Family History Research".

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Cretta ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Our team of seasoned experts are here to help you learn about different aspects of genealogy. Reading "Traditions, Traditions, Traditions" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Cretta family history.

Photo Collections

Networking with Cretta Researchers

In doing genealogy research, we surely don't want to reinvent the wheel; in researching your Cretta surname, posting a message query can help you connect with distant cousins and others who may be working on the same lines, some of whom may have advanced the research or solved some of the hard problems, but are willing to share. The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Cretta queries.

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Upcoming Cretta Family Reunions

One key to a successful Cretta reunion is preparation, and for the family researcher that means getting the word out in advance on what to bring (such as the family photo collection); arranging for the display of shared information; and planning activities conducive to sharing; and one of the best ways to get others to participate is in bringing something of your own to share such a picture pedigree, compiled family history or biographical sketch, or even a copies of a treasured photo as a gift for each family -- you may even want to consider putting together a reunion newsletter in advance to be distributed at the reunion, asking for help in solving one or more specific family mysteries: you never know who might have insight they are willing to share, one-on-one. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Cretta reunion.

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